Market
Old Bazaar
Skopje, North Macedonia
One of the largest Ottoman bazaars in the Balkans, with mosques, hans, craft shops and tea houses.
Viewpoint · North Macedonia · Skopje Region
Millennium Cross on Vodno
A very large cross on top of Mount Vodno, with views over Skopje and its valley.
about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Millennium Cross on Vodno matters
Visible from across the city, the cross sits on the ridge of Vodno mountain. A cable car and walking paths lead to the summit, where you look down on the Vardar valley and the city grid. Locals hike here at weekends. Go on a clear day for the best view.
Talking points
- A cable car and hiking trails reach the summit.
- The cross is visible from much of the city.
- The view takes in the whole valley.
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